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Tabu: A Story of the South Seas

NR19311h 26mF. W. Murnau
IMDb 7.3 · Rotten Tomatoes 92%

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On the South Pacific island of Bora Bora, a young couple's love is threatened when the tribal chief declares the girl a sacred virgin.

RomanceDramaAdventure
Exotic IslandLove Of One's LifeEscapeSacrificeSouth SeasCivilizationTahitiRomanceBlack And WhiteShark

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Frequently asked questions

What is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas (1931) about?

On the South Pacific island of Bora Bora, a young couple's love is threatened when the tribal chief declares the girl a sacred virgin.

Who stars in Tabu: A Story of the South Seas?

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas stars Matahi (The Boy), Anne Chevalier (The Girl (as Reri)), Bill Bambridge (The Policeman (as Jean)), Hitu (The Old Warrior), Jules (The Captain (uncredited)). The film was directed by F. W. Murnau.

How long is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas?

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1931. It is rated NR.

Is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas worth watching?

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas holds an IMDb rating of 7.3/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 92. Fans of Romance, Drama, Adventure are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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